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MeSH Heading: Heterosexuality
Tree Number(s): F01.145.802.975.400; G08.686.867.400
Unique ID: D020010
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D020010
Scope Note: The sexual attraction or relationship between members of the opposite SEX.
Entry Term(s): Heterosexuals
NLM Classification #: WM 620.5.H4
Public MeSH Note: 98; see SEXUALITY 1997; see SEX BEHAVIOR 1990-96
History Note: 98; use SEXUALITY 1997; use SEX BEHAVIOR 1990-96
Date Established: 1998/01/01
Date of Entry: 1997/06/20
Revision Date: 2008/07/08

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